Samsung Galaxy S22 vs. Google Pixel 6: Which Android Flagship Should You Buy?

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Samsung announced a trio of Galaxy S22 phones at its February Unpacked event, including the Galaxy S22 ($799), the Galaxy S22+ ($999), and the Galaxy S22 Ultra ($1,199). These handsets are likely to become some of the most popular Android phones in the US, though Google's existing Pixel 6 ($599) and Pixel 6 Pro ($899) remain competitive alternatives worth considering. Which Android flagship is right for you? Let's compare the specs to find out.

Now, we're primarily talking about the Galaxy S22 and the Galaxy S22+ here, as the Galaxy S22 Ultra is significantly more expensive than either Pixel and thus less directly comparable. If you want Samsung's S Pen stylus, however, it's the Galaxy to get. For more on this, check out our in-depth comparison of all three Galaxy S22 models.

Samsung plays it safe with the look and feel of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+, with both phones featuring a "glass sandwich" design—the screens are free of bezel, the glass backs have protruding camera modules, and an aluminum frames fuses the two sections together. Both phones are available in black, green, pink, or white. 

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro stand out more, with two-tone back panels and distinctive horizontal camera bars. The Pixel 6 is available in black, green, or pink, while the Pixel 6 Pro comes in black, gray, or yellow.

All of Samsung's and Google’s flagships have an IP68 rating, meaning they're effectively dustproof and can withstand being submerged in up to 4.9 feet of fresh water for half an hour. The Galaxy S22 and S22+ sport the latest Gorilla Glass Victus+ glass for protection against drops and dings, while the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro employ the slightly less durable Gorilla Glass Victus. Currently the only information about